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Abu Garcia® Ambassadeur® C3 Classic Round Baitcast Reels

Some of the best selling reels of all time and for good reason Unrelenting power and premium performance Carbon Matrix Drag™ System Six-pin centrifugal brake Three-bearing system with Instant Anti-Reverse™ A true classic, reinvented with a smoother drag, stronger gearing, and 6-pin centrifugal cast control!Abu Garcia’s Ambassadeur C3 Classic Round Baitcast Reels are some of the best selling reels of all time and for good reason. The Ambassadeur C3 Reels offer unrelenting power, premium performance and a super smooth Carbon Matrix Drag™ System which gives anglers the confidence of knowing their Ambassadeur will work harder than any fish they catch. The Ambassadeur C3 comes standard with a six pin centrifugal brake, chemical nickel coated levelwind system and a 3-bearing system with Instant Anti-Reverse™ for solid hooksetting power. Line recovery in inches per handle turn.

What exactly is a bait clicker?

A bait clicker is a button that you press to make the reel go into free spool.

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answered 5 years ago

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tahoefisher

- Lake Tahoe, CA

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a bait clicker is a clicking noise that come the reel and lets you know that you got a fish biting your bait

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answered 5 years ago

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catfisherman1

- Papillion NE

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good catfish rod for the 4601 and 5501

i have been looking for a good catfish rod but there is so many rods to choose from any help(not an ugly stick,unless they came out with a 12' med. action rod)

asked 5 years ago

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catfisherman1

- Papillion NE

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answer 1

I also have "Catfished" all over from Fl. to Tn. including the "steam plants" and power plant spill ways etc. and have hooked into some pritty big cat's too.Try this if your looking for a solid rod for BIG fish, look in the Pro shop's salt water book's too there are lots of fishing items for big fish that are over looked because freshwater fishermen don't look in saltwater books....Happy fishing.

answered 5 years ago

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LLLRanch

- South Florida

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I personally fish for carp w/ a c3 on an all star m/h 8ft rod. Its $100.00, so its not a huge investment if you will use it. I prefer all star because they are very sensitive.

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answered 5 years ago

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tahoefisher

- Lake Tahoe, CA

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does the 5500 and 5501 have bait clickers like the classic c3's did because i realy need to pay attention more often?

asked 5 years ago

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catfisherman1

- Papillion NE

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answer 1

no. they have it on the far left side, a little piece of metel. its weird.

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answered 4 years, 3 months ago

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tahoefisher

- Lake Tahoe, CA

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mine doesn't

answered 4 years, 11 months ago

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mbosh1980

- mississauga on

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Are these(6500) made in Sweden or China?

asked 4 years, 7 months ago

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fordranger

- NC

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They are still made in Sweden

answered 4 years, 5 months ago

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CatfishFool

- New Mexico

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sweden

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answered 4 years, 7 months ago

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jhsdfgsf

- Texas

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2 questions on line (about mono and braid)

1) Re: Mono - I've read you can spool this with 20 ilb mono, does anyone know how much of it it can hold in yards?

2) Re: Braid - Is there a limit (in ilbs) for the amount of braid you can use for this reel?

asked 4 years, 6 months ago

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nmigliore

- NJ

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answer 1

I would look at Ugly sticks. I use them with my 5500,5600's for Pike and Musky. Great feel and BACK BONE.As far as braid.It would depend on what model. I think 5500's and up will take 80 lb and over. Braid is much smaller than mono. Line makers list what the line is equivalent to. Example 30lb braid is equal to 6-8 lb mono. Check line maker. May vary. You can get extremely large LB. test lines on these reels. Hope this helps.

answered 4 years, 4 months ago

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dave0943

- Iron Mountain, MI

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I just put 80 lb test braid (spectra) over just enough mono backing to cover the spool and was able to put 100 yards on the 6500. The 80 lb braid says it is the same diameter as 18 lb mono so I would assume you'd get slightly less than 100 yards of 20 pound mono on it.

answered 4 years, 6 months ago

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jjwiesner

- Bloomington, IL

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Good casting reel??

asked 4 years, 11 months ago

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alan2526

- Albuquerque

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answer 1

These reels cast with the high priced reels. The only difference is the profile. They cast great and the drag hold up excellent

answered 4 years, 4 months ago

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dave0943

- Iron Mountain, MI

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Heavy but can cast a mile. Even with 50lb braid. I would recommend this for heavy cover fishing. Have a nice light reel handy for when you get tired.Also Backlashed less than my black max.

answered 4 years, 10 months ago

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Goatar

- Lakeland , Fl

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Saltwater Fishing?

Are these reels saltwater corrosion resistant?

asked 4 years, 10 months ago

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Sharkman

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NO,. They do well if you rinse out after the days fishing and keep it lubed. Great reel for fresh and Salt with proper maintenance.

answered 4 years, 4 months ago

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dave0943

- Iron Mountain, MI

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Only if you wash them in luke warm water after a day of fishing at the coast. Otherwise they will cause pits in your metal casing and spool. Wd-40 or corrosion-X works wonders for wiping down your reels after washing and maintains a coat of protection.

answered 4 years, 9 months ago

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h2o41

- Toledo Bend , La

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brass or plastic gears?

I want to know if i need to worry about big saltwater fish destroying the gearing, or having it slip and bend. thanks

asked 4 years, 9 months ago

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jhsdfgsf

- Texas

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Brass and plastic, this will hold fish 50lbs easy.

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answered 4 years, 2 months ago

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tahoefisher

- Lake Tahoe, CA

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The only problem I have discovered is exceeding the line weight for the reel. You will find more wear on the pawl as it grinds against the carriage as your line spools on. Grease lube helps in the friction but does hinder your throwing ability. Biggest thing is not exceed your drag to max. Big fish just have to be played out.

answered 4 years, 9 months ago

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h2o41

- Toledo Bend , La

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What rod should i use with the 4600?

I'm doing inshore fishing for reds and drum and such. I want a rod that is sensitive, but i also want one that has enough backbone for a big 25+ lbs. red if i happen to hook one. Also please indicate the price. Thanks

asked 4 years, 8 months ago

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jhsdfgsf

- Texas

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answer 1

I would have to go with an ugly stik.for the price,sensitivity and durability. Its all in personal preference on what action rod you want.

answered 3 years, 11 months ago

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fishinboy90

- Virginia

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Go with a medium heavy rod with a good back bone. I use the inshore ugly stick